High Hopes
1994 The Division Bell - Pink Floyd Lyrics
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In a world of magnets and miracles
Our thoughts strayed constantly and without boundary
The ringing of the division bell had begun
Along the Long Road and on down the Causeway
Do they still meet there by the Cut
Running before times took our dreams away
Leaving the myriad small creatures trying to tie us to the ground
To a life consumed by slow decay
The grass was greener
The light was brighter
When friends surrounded
The nights of wonder
Looking beyond the embers of bridges glowing behind us
To a glimpse of how green it was on the other side
Steps taken forwards but sleepwalking back again
Dragged by the force of some inner tide
At a higher altitude with flag unfurled
We reached the dizzy heights of that dreamed of world
Encumbered forever by desire and ambition
There's a hunger still unsatisfied
Our weary eyes still stray to the horizon
Though down this road we've been so many times
The grass was greener
The light was brighter
The taste was sweeter
The nights of wonder
With friends surrounded
The dawn mist glowing
The water flowing
The endless river
Forever and ever
The song High Hopes by Pink Floyd, from their 1994 album The Division Bell, speaks about the experiences of the band as they reminisce about their youth, dreams, and aspirations. The lyrics of the song are metaphoric, indicating that despite the normal life that most people lead, trapped in everyday routine and responsibilities, one's thoughts can still wander beyond the horizon of reality. The "division bell" signifies a call to attention, dividing the realms of reality from imagination.
The song also talks about how one's dreams and aspirations can be lost in the hustle and bustle of life, represented by the "myriad small creatures" that try to tie us down to reality. The longing for a simpler and more fulfilling time is echoed by the mentions of "the grass was greener, the light was brighter, and the taste was sweeter." The song instills hope as it suggests that a better life is still possible, as evidenced by the line "Steps taken forwards but sleepwalking back again, dragged by the force of some inner tide."
Overall, the song High Hopes by Pink Floyd is a poignant reminder of the struggles that people face in everyday life, the importance of holding onto one's dreams and passions, and the possibility of reclaiming a fulfilling life.
Line by Line Meaning
Beyond the horizon of the place we lived when we were young
We constantly think about the life we had when we were young and the possibilities beyond that.
In a world of magnets and miracles
Our world is full of surprises and unexplainable things.
Our thoughts strayed constantly and without boundary
We often wander off in our thoughts without any limitations.
The ringing of the division bell had begun
A new era or change is happening and it has just started.
Along the Long Road and on down the Causeway
Reflecting on the long journey we have traveled in life.
Do they still meet there by the Cut
Wondering if our old friends still gather at the same place we used to meet.
There was a ragged band that followed in our footsteps
There were others who followed our path, but they were not as fortunate.
Running before times took our dreams away
We ran towards our dreams before it was too late and we lost the chance.
Leaving the myriad small creatures trying to tie us to the ground
We left behind those who held us back or tried to limit us.
To a life consumed by slow decay
Life becomes monotonous and mundane leading to decay.
The grass was greener
The past seems better than the present.
The light was brighter
The past seems brighter than the present.
When friends surrounded
The presence of loved ones made everything seem better.
The nights of wonder
Memories of exciting and memorable nights.
Looking beyond the embers of bridges glowing behind us
Paying attention to the past and the things left behind.
To a glimpse of how green it was on the other side
Seeing how good things were in the past and longing for it.
Steps taken forwards but sleepwalking back again
Even if we try to move ahead, we sometimes feel stuck in the past.
Dragged by the force of some inner tide
Feeling like something inside us is causing us to be pulled back.
At a higher altitude with flag unfurled
Successfully reaching a higher level or goal and celebrating it.
We reached the dizzy heights of that dreamed of world
We dreamt of a better world, and we finally reached that level.
Encumbered forever by desire and ambition
Our constant ambition and longing holding us back from achieving fulfillment.
There's a hunger still unsatisfied
Feeling like something is still missing or unfulfilled.
Our weary eyes still stray to the horizon
Even if we are tired, we still look to the future and what it holds.
Though down this road we've been so many times
We have been on this journey before, but it still feels like it is never-ending.
The grass was greener
The past seems better than the present.
The light was brighter
The past seems brighter than the present.
The taste was sweeter
The past was more enjoyable and delightful.
The nights of wonder
Memories of exciting and memorable nights.
With friends surrounded
The presence of loved ones made everything seem better.
The dawn mist glowing
Beautiful and peaceful moments in the morning.
The water flowing
The continuity of life and nature.
The endless river
The never-ending cycle of life and its continuity.
Forever and ever
Life will continue, and things will go on.
Lyrics Ā© CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: David Jon Gilmour, Polly Anne Samson
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To whoever is listening to this song now, wherever you are.... Sending you love, peace, healing and all good wishes. May your life be good
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for you too, my friend
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@basudevbiswal6572
If you're reading this, I want you to know, you have a great taste in music. Have a great life ahead.
Edit: I am overwhelmed by the amount of likes you all have given. I know it is a very difficult time for all of us. No matter what, Stay strong. And most importantly, Never lose HOPE.
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